Egyptian walking onion

Allium proliferum

VegetableAmaryllidaceae

Egyptian walking onion
Edible
USDA zones3 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterNeeds moderate soil
Size2 to 3 feet tall12 to 24 inches wide
Bloom season
Spring, summer
Bloom color
White

Garden uses

Food garden

Notes

Egyptian walking onion (Allium proliferum) is a vegetable for the food garden. It is typically grown as an annual. It ranks among the more cold-hardy crops, and with some winter protection it keeps growing through light freezes. This plant likes full sun and average moisture. It grows 24 to 36 inches tall and bears white flowers in late spring and early summer.

Pairs well with Lime basil, Chicory, and Victoria rhubarb.

Native range

Garden origin.